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D816 RVR

1985 Mercedes-benz 190 D

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

244,784 mi
Last recorded244,784 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2006
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 190 D142,273 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD816 RVR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model190 D
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2006 244,784 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 244,784 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear wheel steering leaking hydraulic fluid (2.2.B.1i)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 190 D?

Based on 13,305 MOT tests across 1,970 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
4,552
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
1,970
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 848
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 688
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 582
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 432
position lamp(s) not working 371
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D816 RVR is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 190 D in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz 190 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 142,273 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 190 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 848 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D816 RVR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 190 D typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 41 years old, this Mercedes-benz 190 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D816 RVR registered?

D816 RVR is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 190 D, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is D816 RVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for D816 RVR shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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